GoodEnoughChats

Dan Bowsher
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GoodEnoughChats is a podcast on a mission to destigmatise men’s mental health, one chat at a time. Join host Dan Bowsher, a recovering perfectionist and burnout survivor, as he talks with each guest about their lived experiences of mental health. These chats are not about expert opinions or celebrity voices. They’re raw conversations with regular, relatable guys – the kind of thing you rarely get to hear, and more powerful because of it. Expect unfiltered, wide-ranging discussions, touching on topics like burnout, identity, neurodivergence, grief, the breakdown of relationships, living with chronic illness, and more. Subscribe to get new episodes as they drop, and share the pod with someone it could help. Find out more here: https://goodenoughchats.com Contribute to suport the show here: https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats

  1. Limb-loss and struggling in post-army life, with Ryan Higgins

    6d ago

    Limb-loss and struggling in post-army life, with Ryan Higgins

    Ryan Higgins struggled with his mental health after serving in the army, spending time in prison, and suffering an injury that led to him losing his left leg. In this episode, he talks candidly about the impact these things have had on his life, the dark places it’s taken him, and the things he does today to help keep his mental and physical fitness on track. You can follow Ryan here: https://www.instagram.com/ryansarmyofficial/ Learn more about Blesma here: https://www.blesma.org/ Visit Good Enough Chats for more information. Support the show via Buy Me a Coffee Chapters: 00:00 Intro04:15 Why are you here today talking about your lived experiences of mental health?09:13 How's your last week been?17:41 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved?42:06 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you?61:45 What's the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 15m
  2. Child loss, stammering, and resilience, with Sam Chessell

    Jun 4

    Child loss, stammering, and resilience, with Sam Chessell

    This chat features Sam Chessell, who shares his journey with mental health, resilience, and personal growth. The conversation covers a lot of ground, including: How his lifelong struggle with a speech stammer has shaped his understanding of vulnerability and self-acceptance.The trauma of baby loss and the influence of martial arts in empowering his mental resilience.The importance of community and honest conversations in breaking down barriers for men’s mental health.Why ongoing effort and self-compassion are vital in navigating mental health challenges. You can follow Sam here: https://www.instagram.com/platypus_coaching/ And check out the organisations Sam mentioned for more information on their work: Not Alone Newbury - https://www.notalonenewbury.co.uk/ STAMMA - https://stamma.org/ Visit https://goodenoughchats.com for more information about our show Support the show via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats Chapters 00:00 Intro 10:00 Why are you here today talking about your lived experiences of mental health? 25:09 How's your last week been? 27:26 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 67:05 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 90:34 What's the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 46m
  3. Talk Club: Embracing mental fitness, with Ben Akers

    May 21

    Talk Club: Embracing mental fitness, with Ben Akers

    This chat features Ben Akers, co-founder and co-CEO of Talk Club, a UK men’s mental health charity focused on creating spaces for men to talk about what’s on their mind.   The conversation covers a lot of ground, including:   - How losing his friend, Steve, to suicide led to the foundation of Talk Club - The approach that the charity takes, and how you can use it to support people you care about – How are you, out of 10? -  His own mental health challenges and the community he leans on -  And why these conversations need to be framed around ‘mental fitness’   This is the first time we’ve had someone who leads a charity focused on men’s mental health on the show, but hopefully it’s the first of many.   You can connect with Ben here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benakers/   Find out more about Talk Club here: https://talkclub.org/   Visit https://goodenoughchats.com for more information.   Support the show via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats   Chapters:   00:00 Intro 06:14 Why are you here today talking about your lived experiences of mental health? 09:52 How's your last week been? 19:26 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 52:41 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 65:09 What's the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 30m
  4. Recovering from childhood trauma, with James Lambert

    May 14

    Recovering from childhood trauma, with James Lambert

    In this episode, James Lambert talks about how he’s struggled with his sense of identity since his traumatic childhood, and the weight he has carried throughout his career and personal life as a result.   He talks about keeping a lid on things publicly, while in his head the pressure continued to mount, and how close he came to taking his own life before starting his recovery.   You can connect with James here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lambert-822898/   Visit GoodEnoughChats for more information.   Support the show via Buy Me a Coffee   Chapters:   00:00 Intro 06:14 Why are you here today talking about your lived experiences of mental health? 09:52 How's your last week been? 19:26 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 52:41 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 65:09 What's the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 16m
  5. The other side of exec burnout, with Matt Adamson

    Apr 3

    The other side of exec burnout, with Matt Adamson

    This chat features Matt Adamson, a former corporate executive turned career coach, discussing his journey through burnout. Matt discusses the significance of recognizing early signals—like irritability or exhaustion—and the power of small, intentional steps such as walking, re-evaluating alcohol habits, and grounding in purpose to foster resilience. Throughout the conversation, Matt and Dan (also a burnout survivor) share their burnout journey and the lessons they've learned—from understanding the impact of negative inner voices to embracing grey areas in mood and success. You can connect with Matt here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattadamsoncoaching/ Visit https://goodenoughchats.com for more information. Support the show via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats Chapters: 00:00 Intro 07:32 Why did you come on the show? 10:29 How was your last week? 21:09 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 59:59 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 74:10 What’s the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 21m
  6. Making sense of a late-life autism and ADHD diagnosis, with James Kindred

    Apr 3

    Making sense of a late-life autism and ADHD diagnosis, with James Kindred

    In this episode, James Kindred shares his lived experience of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life, revealing how these conditions impacted his perception of social cues, learning, and daily functioning. From the struggles of fitting in during childhood to the nuanced effects of medication and coping strategies, his story highlights the importance of diagnosis as both an enlightenment and a challenge, especially given the limited support infrastructure post-diagnosis. James’s reflections on the spectrum of neurodivergence and the misconceptions around substances like alcohol and stimulants are both candid and enlightening, emphasizing that managing neurodiversity often involves small, deliberate changes rather than sweeping reforms. James discusses some of the tools—like writing tasks in a notebook, talking to himself, and using analogies like sensory booths and dashboards—to create mental clarity and emotional resilience. If you've found the episode helpful, it's also worth checking our James' own podcast, Big Bad Beautiful Brains here: https://j-kindred.com/podcast/ You can also connect with James here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sketchybear/ Visit https://goodenoughchats.com for more information about GoodEnoughChats. Support the show via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats Chapters: 00:00 Intro 05:59 Why did you come on the show? 09:05 How was your last week? 17:07 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 50:37 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 68:08 What’s the most important thing someone going through this can

    1h 20m
  7. Overcoming injury, identity, and infertility, with Ben Howard

    Apr 3

    Overcoming injury, identity, and infertility, with Ben Howard

    Ben Howard shares his personal journey through mental health, identity crises, and fertility struggles. From childhood dreams of football stardom to grappling with the emotional aftermath of injury, career shifts, and infertility, his story reveals how pivotal moments can reshape our self-image and mental well-being. Ben discusses how he’s learned to accept his past, the importance of vulnerability, and how honest conversation—whether with a therapist, a friend, or simply through writing—has become a go-to. Throughout the episode, Ben emphasizes the importance of acceptance, seeking external help, and being open about struggles—especially for men who often shy away from support. You'll find Ben on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhowardfitness/ And you'll find him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/benhowardfitness/ Visit https://goodenoughchats.com for more information and support the show via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats Chapters 00:00 Intro 05:21 Why did you come on the show? 08:06 How was your last week? 12:10 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved? 56:36 Have there been any lightbulb moments for you? 75:19 What’s the most important thing someone going through this can do?

    1h 28m
  8. Stress, anxiety, and shifting from scepticism to self-awareness, with John Stacey

    Apr 3

    Stress, anxiety, and shifting from scepticism to self-awareness, with John Stacey

    This conversation covers John Stacey's journey of self-discovery and mental health awareness, from his initial scepticism to his acceptance and understanding of his own struggles.   It explores the impact of family dynamics on his emotional wellbeing, the behaviours that influenced him during his 20s, anxiety over becoming a dad himself, and much more besides.   You can find John here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnstacey85/   Find out more about the show: https://goodenoughchats.com   Support the show with a small contribution via https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats   Chapters   00:00 Introduction   07:24 Why John's sharing his lived experiences   12:58 His last week   26:32 The evolution of his mental health journey   46:02 The lightbulb moments he's experienced   1:04:46 What's the most important thing someone can do if they're going through something like this at the moment?

    1h 16m
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GoodEnoughChats is a podcast on a mission to destigmatise men’s mental health, one chat at a time. Join host Dan Bowsher, a recovering perfectionist and burnout survivor, as he talks with each guest about their lived experiences of mental health. These chats are not about expert opinions or celebrity voices. They’re raw conversations with regular, relatable guys – the kind of thing you rarely get to hear, and more powerful because of it. Expect unfiltered, wide-ranging discussions, touching on topics like burnout, identity, neurodivergence, grief, the breakdown of relationships, living with chronic illness, and more. Subscribe to get new episodes as they drop, and share the pod with someone it could help. Find out more here: https://goodenoughchats.com Contribute to suport the show here: https://buymeacoffee.com/goodenoughchats

Information

  • Creator
    Dan Bowsher
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dan Bowsher
  • Show Website
    GoodEnoughChats